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Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto reliable? We analysed 1,464 real MOT tests across 151 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,464 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.7%
Typical Mileage
64,139mi
Annual Mileage
7,107mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
18yrs

The Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto.

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

73.7%
2010
73.4%
2009
70.5%
2008

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Stop lamp not working 26
position lamp(s) not working 25
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 22
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 21
brake binding 19
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 19

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,392 mi/yr
Typical
7,107 mi/yr
Average
8,152 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,417 mi/yr

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 300 73.7% 45,805 63,942 85,558
2009 845 73.4% 45,214 64,333 86,928
2008 261 70.5% 42,493 60,159 80,161

How Long Does a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Last?

Based on 151 Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.7 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
18 years

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
64,139 mi
75th Percentile
86,109 mi
95th Percentile
123,687 mi
Max Recorded
599,336 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2010

73.7% MOT pass rate from 300 tests

Year to avoid
2008

70.5% MOT pass rate from 261 tests

The best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.7% across 300 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto THIS CAR 72.7% 1,464 64,139 mi 18 yrs
Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A 70.7% 7,306 72,902 mi 19 yrs
Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt A 68.7% 6,778 56,934 mi 20 yrs
Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D 65.7% 4,474 76,436 mi 20 yrs
Suzuki Gsf 1200 V 85% 1,090 22,710 mi 30 yrs

Compared to the Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A (70.7% pass rate) and the Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt A (68.7% pass rate), the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto?

The Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.7% across 1,464 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (59 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (27), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (27). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto owner drives around 7,107 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto reliable?
Based on 1,464 MOT tests, the Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto has a 72.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto?
The most common MOT failures are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto do per year?
The typical Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto does around 7,107 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto last?
Most Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto models stay on UK roads for around 18 years based on our analysis of 151 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd Auto is 2010 with a 73.7% pass rate across 300 tests.